Thanksgiving often comes with unexpected needs: forgotten ingredients, extra beverages, or last-minute desserts. While many retailers close for the holiday, a number of grocery stores and big-box chains will keep their doors open, ensuring shoppers can grab what they need.
Grocery Stores Open on Thanksgiving
Several national grocery chains will operate with adjusted hours:
- Whole Foods Market – Most locations open until mid-afternoon; prepared holiday meals available for pickup.
- Safeway – Open with reduced hours; deli and bakery sections stocked for last-minute sides.
- Kroger – Select stores open, typically until early evening.
- Albertsons – Majority of stores open, though hours vary by region.
- Meijer – Open regular hours, offering both groceries and general merchandise.
- Wegmans – Open until 4 p.m. in most locations.
- Stop & Shop – Limited hours, usually closing by 3 p.m.
- Sprouts Farmers Market – Open until 4 p.m.
Retail Chains Open on Thanksgiving
Beyond groceries, some major retailers will also welcome shoppers:
- Walmart – Open nationwide, though hours may be shortened.
- CVS Pharmacy – Most stores open, with 24-hour locations operating as usual.
- Walgreens – Open, with pharmacy hours varying.
- Dollar General – Open until 10 p.m. in most areas.
- Big Lots – Open for holiday shopping and seasonal décor.
Stores Closed on Thanksgiving
Several chains continue the tradition of closing for the holiday:
- Costco – Closed nationwide.
- Sam’s Club – Closed nationwide.
- Publix – Closed nationwide.
- BJ’s Wholesale Club – Closed nationwide.
- Lidl – Closed nationwide.
- Target – Closed nationwide.
Tips for Shoppers
- Check local listings: Hours vary by region and franchise.
- Plan ahead: Morning hours are busiest; mid-afternoon is quieter.
- Prepared meals: Many grocery chains offer pre-cooked turkeys, sides, and desserts for pickup.
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